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President Trump participates in a tax overhaul kickoff event at the Loren Cook Company in Springfield, Mo., on Wednesday.

Politics & Government

Trump Hits The Road To Promote Tax Cuts (Details To Come)

5:29pm August 30, 2017

by Scott Horsley

President Trump argued for tax cuts on Wednesday in Springfield, Mo. It's the beginning of what aides say will be a concerted push for a tax overhaul, but details are still vague.

The Senate health committee meets next month to discuss ways to stabilize the insurance markets. Insurers have until Sept. 27 to commit to selling policies on the ACA marketplaces in 2018.

Four Steps That Could Cut Health Insurance Premiums And Boost Enrollment

6:12pm August 25, 2017

by Alison Kodjak

For now, the Affordable Care Act remains the law of the land. A consulting firm lays out four steps it says would lead to insurance coverage for millions more, at a lower cost.

President Trump meets with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and House Speaker Paul Ryan during a budget discussion in March.

America's Credit Rating On The Line As Debt Ceiling Deadline Approaches

8:39pm August 24, 2017

by Jim Zarroli

Congressional leaders are trying hard to assure the financial markets the United States isn't about to default on its debts, but tweets by President Trump suggest the vote may not go smoothly.

President Trump, flanked by Sens. Tom Cotton, R-Ark. (left), and David Perdue, R-Ga., speaks in the Roosevelt Room of the White House on Wednesday during the unveiling of legislation that would place new limits on legal immigration.

With His Back Against The Wall, Trump Again Turns To Grievance Politics

4:44pm August 05, 2017

by Domenico Montanaro

After six months of no major legislative achievements and amid sliding poll numbers, President Trump is working to keep his loyal supporters behind him with a return to the culture wars.

President Donald Trump still hopes to force legislators back to the table to find a way to get rid of the Affordable Care Act, by any means possible.

Senate To Hold Bipartisan Hearings To Stabilize Insurance Markets

4:25pm August 01, 2017

by Alison Kodjak

A Senate committee will hold hearings on stabilizing the Obamacare markets in 2018. The chair called on President Trump to continue payments to insurers that help lower costs for low-income people.

After casting a "no" vote, McCain left the Capitol and declined to talk with reporters.

McCain Votes No, Dealing Potential Death Blow To Republican Health Care Efforts

5:55am July 28, 2017

After a whirlwind week of high drama, another played out in the early hours of Friday morning with Sen. John McCain joining two moderate Republicans and all Democrats in voting against the bill.

On Tuesday on the Senate floor, Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., called for a return to "regular order": the traditional legislative process, with more bipartisanship.

Politics & Government

What Is The 'Regular Order' John McCain Longs To Return To On Health Care?

1:55pm July 26, 2017

by Ron Elving

Regular order is not only a process but also a state of mind. It implies not only procedures but also a presumption of at least some degree of bipartisanship.

Senator John McCain leaves after a procedural vote on healthcare on Thursday, as the Senate was to vote on moving head on health care with the goal of erasing much of Barack Obama's law.

John McCain Makes Dramatic Return Amid Political Storm

4:55pm July 25, 2017

by Domenico Montanaro

The Arizona senator, recently diagnosed with brain cancer, was back in the Senate Tuesday, casting a crucial vote to move forward on debate to dismantle the Affordable Care Act.

An illustration of index cards showing the Affordable Care Act, the Affordable Health Care Act, the Better Care Reconciliation Act and the Senate's repeal-only plan

With So Many Obamacare Repeal Options In Play, Confusion Reigns

8:59pm July 20, 2017

by Gisele Grayson

Congress has been trying to repeal and/or replace the Affordable Care Act for years. Now it's down to the wire, but there are multiple proposals on the Senate's table, and more could be on the way.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky faces a tough choice — irritate the GOP base and work with Democrats or risk passing legislation that is not very meaningful.

Where The Senate Health Care Defeat Leaves Trump, GOP

12:47pm July 18, 2017

by Domenico Montanaro

Republicans are continuing to vow not to work with Democrats. Instead, the president is encouraging a full repeal and passing a new bill. Senate leadership is pushing along similar lines.